A protest by farmers near the rear gate of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) in Amritsar turned confrontational with the police on Thursday morning, resulting in multiple detentions and escalating tensions in the area.
According to eyewitnesses, the farmers had arrived with tractors to protest recent measures taken by the Punjab government. A standoff ensued when some protesters allegedly tried to breach police barricades, leading to chaos at the site. There were unconfirmed reports of injuries during the clash.
The demonstration is part of a wider series of farmer protests across Punjab, sparked by the detention of farmer leaders and the dismantling of protest camps at Shambhu and Khanauri borders. These actions have drawn criticism from several farmer unions and opposition parties.
In response to the escalating situation in Amritsar, senior police officials have been deployed to the scene to maintain order and investigate the incident. The authorities have appealed to the protesters to maintain peace and assured them that their grievances will be addressed through dialogue.
The atmosphere in the region remains tense as talks between farmer representatives and the government continue.
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